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Instruments, On-Board Computer, Warnings
Instrument Panel Canada Models Also refer to the corresponding chapters in
the Owner’s Manual.1. Speedometer with analogue display
2. Automatic speed control indicator light
3. Tire pressure warning light
4. Turn signal indicator light, left/right
5. Tachometer
6. High beam indicator light
7. ABS warning light
8. Cooling system Temperature gage, warning light
9. Fuel Level gage, warning light
10.Adjustment button for instrument illumination and trip counter
11.Odometer and daily trip mileage display
12.Light sensor for instrument illumination
13.Airbag warning light 14.Check Engine warning light
(Emission control warning light)
15.Central warning light
16.On-board computer display
17.Porsche Stability Management PSM Multifunctional light
18.Brake warning light
19.Safety belt warning light
20.Gear display
21.PDK transmission, selector lever position
22.Clock and outside temperature display
23.Adjustment button for clock When the ignition is switched on, the warning
lights light up for a lamp check.
Note
Warnings that have been given are stored in the
appropriate control unit me
mory and can be read
out at an authorized Porsche dealer.
This information can help to warn you about situa-
tions which may be hazardous to you or your car.
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Warnings
PSM onPorsche Stability Management has been
switched on.
PSM failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
PSM
initialisation Please observe the chapter “PUTTING VEHICLE
INTO OPERATION“.
PASM Normal/Sport Indicator for selected PASM mode
PASM failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
PASM indicator faulty Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Sport mode failure Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Airbag system fault Airbag is faulty.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Check passenger’s seat setting Weight sensing is impaired on the front passenger's seat (Advanced Airbag).
Correct the seating position, set the backrest
upright, do not support weight on the armrests,
or lift on the handles.
Failure spoiler control Driving stability is impaired.
Adjust your driving style. Reduce speed.
Have the fault remedied at an authorized
Porsche dealer.
Display of
selector lever posi-
tion flashes Selector lever is not engaged Porsche Doppelkupplung:
Selector lever can be between two positions.
Engage the selector lever correctly.
Instrument
panel On-board
computerText display on on-board
computer Meaning/measure
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Maintenance, Car Care
Door, lid and window seals
Caution!
The lubricant coating on the inner door
seals, convertible top and hardtop seals
may be damaged by unsui table cleaning and
care agents.
f Do not use any chemical cleaning agents
or solvents.
fDo not use any preservative agents.
f Wash dirt (e.g. abrasion, dust, road salt and
grit) from all seals regularly using warm
soapy water.
f If there is a risk of frost, protect the outer door
seals and lid seals against freezing into place
with a suitable care product.Headlights, lights, interior and exterior
plastic parts, adhesive filmsUse only clean water and a little dishwashing
detergent to clean light lenses, plastic headlight
lenses, plastic parts, adhesive films and surfaces.
Do not clean when dry.
Use a soft sponge or a soft, lint-free cloth. Gently
wipe the surface without applying too much
pressure.
An interior window cleane r can also be used to
clean plastic surfaces (always read the cleaning
instructions on the container). We recommend
Porsche interior window cleaner. f
Gently wipe the surface without applying too
much pressure.
f Do not clean when dry.
f Never use other chemical cleaners or
solvents.
f Rinse cleaned surfaces with clear water.
Leather Characteristics and special features
The natural surface markings of leather, e.g.
creases, healed scars, insect sting marks, struc-
tural differences and slight variations in shade and
grain add to the attractiveness of the natural leath-
er product.
Observe the following care instructions:
Caution!
The leather will be damaged by the use of
unsuitable cleaning and care agents and by
incorrect treatment.
f Do not use caustic cleaners or hard
cleaning aids.
f Perforated leather must under no circumstances get wet on its reverse side.
f Clean all types of leather regularly to remove
fine dust using a soft, damp, white woollen
cloth or a commercially available
microfibre cloth. f
Remove heavy contamination with a leather
cleaner.
Always read the instructions for use given on
the containers.
We recommend Porsche leather cleaner.
f Treat cleaned leather only with a leather
care product.
We recommend the Porsche leather
care product.
Cleaning airbags covers
Danger!
There is a danger of serious personal injury
or death if the airbag system is impaired by
improper cleaning work.
f Do not make any modifications whatsoever on
individual components such as the padded
covers of the steering wheel, passenger side
instrument panel, the front seats and the door
linings.
f Let your authorized Porsche dealer clean these components.
Index
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AABS (antilock brake system) .......................... 59
Warning light .......... .............................. 60
Adaptive sports seat ..................................... 33
Adjusting Headlights.... ................................ 257
Advanced Airbag......... .................................. 45
Air conditioning ........... ................................ 110
Air conditioning compressor ................ 113, 115
Air conditioning system .................... ........... 113
Air distribution ................ ............ 110, 113, 115
Air filter ...................... ................................ 201
Air intake.................... ................................ 116
Airbag ............................ .............................. 44
Cleaning covers ...... ............................ 208
Function ..................... .......................... 45
Warning light .......... .............................. 48
Air-conditioning compressor ........................ 112
Alarm system ................. ...................... 25, 103
Deactivating passenger compartment
monitoring .............. .............................. 26
Fault indication........ .............................. 26
Function indication ................................ 25
Not active .............. ............................ 236
Alcantara, cleaning . .................................... 209
Antenna ................. .................... 103, 104, 204
Antifreeze .................................................. 187
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......................... 59
Warning light .......... .............................. 60
Ashtray .......................... .............................. 89
Assembly aids for wheel changes................. 227
Audio operation .............. .................... 101, 102
Auto-button, air conditioning ........................ 113
Automatic Air conditioning system ....................... 113 Anti-glare mirrors .......................
...........30
Car washes .............. ..........................204
Door locking ............. ......................18, 24
Garage door ......... ................................76
Headlight adjustment .............................79
Speed control .........................86, 87, 124
Transmission ............ ..........................178
Automatic speed contro l..............................124
Indicator light ........ ..............................124
Average consumption .... ......................135, 165
Average speed ............. ......................135, 165
BBackrest
Adjustment ............... ............................32
Release .................... ............................32
Battery ......................... ..............................239
Care......................... ..........................240
Charge state......... ..............................239
Charging .................. ..........................240
Putting vehicle into operation ...............241
Remote control ..... ..............................244
Removing ................. ..........................242
Replacing ................. ..........................241
Warning light......... ..............................132
Winter operation.... ..............................241
Before driving off ...... ..................................8, 9
Belts ................ ............................................42
Cleaning ................... ..........................209
Tensioner ................. ............................42
Warning light......... ................................43
Blower adjustment ........ ......................110, 116
Blower speed adjustme nt ............................114 Brake
Break in ................... ............................ 10
Pads ....................... ............................ 58
Pedal....................... ............................ 57
Wear ....................... ............................ 58
Brake fluid Changing ................. .......................... 193
Checking level ...... .............................. 192
Level ....................... .......................... 192
Warning light ............ .......................... 193
Brake light .............. ................................... 256
Brake light, addition al ................................. 256
Brakes ........................ .............................. 192
Brake circuit division warning light ....... 193
Brake warning light ............................. 132
Fluid ............................ .............. 192, 271
Fluid warning light. .............................. 193
Function .................. ............................ 56
New brake pads or linings ..................... 58
Pads ....................... ............................ 10
Parking brake....... ................................ 55
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake
(PCCB) .................................... .............. 4
Test stand ........... ................................ 65
Break in brakes ....... ..................................... 10
Break in hints .......... ..................................... 10
Bulbs Chart ....................... .......................... 247
Replacing ................ .......................... 247